The kidneys are paired organs that lie on either side of the vertebral column. Part of their critical functions include the excretion of urine and removal of nitrogenous wastes products from the blood. They regulate acid-base, electrolyte, fluid balance and blood pressure. Through hormonal signals, the kidneys control the production of blood cells.
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Yes,:
Yes, once exogenously administered erythropoietin is stopped, assuming that the patient's kidneys are normal (where erythropoietin is primarily made), they should resume making erythropoietin on their own. Erythropoietin also known as epo, is a hormone that controls erythropoiesis, or red blood cell production.
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Possibly..:
It depends on your residual kidney function, if you are anemic, and if anemia is present without another cause. If you have decreased kidney function which is determined by your creatinine level (it would be elevated), then you should see a nephrologist who can recommend EPO if necessary.
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Erythropoeitin:
Abbreviated as epo. It is used to help body make new red blood cells i.E boost hemoglobin level and thereby treat anemia. It is generally used when hemoglobin is less than 10 grams/ dl. Also, attention is paid to not exceed hemoglobin of 12 grams.
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Depends on stage:
In stage 4 and stage 5 (end stage) kidney diseases, Epogen (epoetin alfa) use is common, much more than in lighter stages. Of note, Epogen (epoetin alfa) (procrit) is not taken for kidneys but for anemia caused by kidney disease.
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Anemia in CKD:
Chronic kidney disease (ckd) anemia is caused by the diseased kidneys not being able to make the hormone, erythropoietin (e). E stimulates the bone marrow to make new red blood cells. Epogen (epoetin alfa) is a man made drug that replicates e's affects on the bone marrow and is given to both CKD and dialysis patients to treat their anemia.
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Very common:
As the kidneys fail the production of erythropoetin (procrit (epoetin alfa) and epogen) falls off and anemia results. With replacement anemia and transfusion are avoided late stage kidney diease patients get treated with these drugs and almost all end stage renal failure patients. These drugs do nothing for kidney disease, they just fix the anemia.
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Probably not key:
I've been following your questions. Especially at age 34, anemia due simply to lack of erythropoietin is extremely uncommon, kidney troubles or no. You need to look for some other cause. Erythropoietin itself is produced irregularly and unless it's way below the reference range (which is set so that several % of healthies fall outside), I'd consider ignoring the result.
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Anemia in a 70'er:
The 70 year old person likely has chronic kidney disease (CKD), despite having a normal level creatinine. Have that person see a nephrologist for a 24 hour urine for creatinine clearance to assess the person's kidney function. It the glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is
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If needed can take:
Erythropoietin is used for promoting red blood cells. Since premature infants can have anemia, as well as pediatric patients undergoing chemotherapy, it is a valuable tool. It has been approved by the FDA for these reasons. It has also been approved for pediatric renal disease.

I hope this helps you. I would hope that you are not having to deal with these problems but if so, I wish you well.
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Kidney failure:
Erythropoietin is commonly used in people with anemia due to kidney failure. Other uses include anemia associatid with hiv, chemotherapy and some types of bone marrow diease. It may also be used pre-surgically in certain selected patients. It has also been used improperly as a performance enhancing agent in competative sports.
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Uncertain.:
Epoetin alfa & Coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone) was the only check I was able to do in the Drugs. Com drug interaction checker. Maybe in you could be more specific about the erythropoietin. Drugs. Com drug interaction checker didn't show any known interactions between Epoetin alfa and Coenzyme Q10.
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Anemia:
Erthropoietin is a hormone that stimulated production of red cells. Renal failure patients are some times treated with recombinant erthropoietin.For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Practice safe sex, if you have sex.
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Hormone:
Erythropoietin is the hormone that regulates red blood cell production. It also has other known biological functions. For example, erythropoietin plays an important role in the brain's response to neuronal injury. It is also involved in the wound healing process.
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Generally not:
Erythropoietin is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular events, stroke and hypertensive encephalopathy. So, in general, it is not recommended for use in patients with high blood pressure, chronic renal failure, or cardiovascular disease except with extreme caution. Consult your doctor if you have heart disease and anemia, alternate therapies or dosing may be available.
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See your doctor:
This problem can only be solved by seeing your doctor and being evaluated face-to-face. After a thorough examination, your doctor should be able to tell you what's wrong and what to do about it.
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Any symptoms?:
All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Talk to the doctor who ordered the tests. Having said that, kappa/lambda ratio is a generally useless test. Wish you good health! - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Practice safe sex, if you have sex.
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No:
Although kidney donors may lose a small amount of blood during their surgery, this doesn't usually cause anemia. In terms of red blood cell production, this is driven by a hormone called erythropoeitin that is made by the kidney (s). Research has shown that the remaining kidney is able to compensate and produce enough erythropoeitin to maintain red blood cells and avoid anemia in the donor.
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